University Advancement
Student Research Assistant
This is a 20-30 hours per week position that reports to the Assistant Vice President of Research and
Prospect Strategy. This position creates concise, accurate and timely research products and information
to serve front-line fund-raising professionals needs. Incumbents will have a
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Strong commitment to providing outstanding customer service
Strong verbal/written communication skills
Strong organizational skills with a demonstrated ability to attend to details
Familiar with basic databases and research practices
Good understanding of how to navigate social media platforms
Excellent analytical and communication skills to distill data into relevant reports and briefings
Job Description
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Work with Advancement Services team to learn critical tasks related to database management,
data acquisition, and reporting.
Use a variety of social media tools to help build information profiles for key constituents.
Provide excellent customer service to team members, and deliver reports in a timely fashion.
Synthesize biographical information, financial data, news and data from public sources to
support research reporting to Advancement staff.
Track and disseminate breaking news and information about prospects and donors to key
stakeholders.
Assist with other research and analysis projects as assigned.
Send resume with cover letter detailing how your past experience qualifies for this position. Prefer
junior or senior status although others will be considered if they have extensive training.